Nigeria's automobile industry faces 2026 with expectations for the NAIDP Act, local production, and EV adoption, but old hurdles like policy implementation and infrastructure remain. Will this be the year of transformation?
FRSC Lagos Commander details UN road safety strategy, urges auto makers to build 'forgiving' vehicles and media to educate public. Collaboration key to reducing crashes.
Pan African Manufacturers Association calls for urgent policy shift to boost local pharmaceutical production, reduce 70% import dependence, and secure Africa's healthcare future. Learn the strategic steps needed.
Lagos State slashes vehicle number plate replacement fee from ₦30,000 to ₦20,000 in a three-month amnesty. Governor Sanwo-Olu aims to boost security and road safety. Read details.
A devastating fire has razed the Wukari Local Government Council Secretariat in Taraba State, disrupting all administrative activities. Council Chairman Bala Useni confirms no casualties. Read more on the impact and response.
A 23-year-old man, Godfrey Musa Ndlovu, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for stealing a Zimbabwe Republic Police vehicle. The court warned that state assets are protected by law. Read the full story.
A landmark Court of Appeal judgment has stripped the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) of powers to stop, impound vehicles, or impose fines. This ruling demands urgent reform to end harassment and uphold citizens' constitutional rights. #Nigeria #RuleOfLaw
The Federal Government has begun a review of Nigeria's tariff framework to strengthen industrial competitiveness and reduce production costs for domestic manufacturers. Read more.
Aviation expert Capt. Samuel Caulcrick urges expansion of consumer credit for local goods to stimulate production, create jobs, and curb imports. Discover his economic strategy.
A Nigerian man's public plea to a thief who stole his Lexus RX 350 side mirror goes viral. The replacement cost of N250,000 sparks reactions and security warnings online.
Nigeria Customs Service introduces a temporary import scheme for personal vehicles, allowing duty-free entry for up to 90 days for tourists and business visitors. Learn the rules and required documents.
Nigeria Customs Service introduces a 90-day temporary vehicle admission for foreign visitors. Learn the rules, required documents, and how it eases cross-border movement.
A car seller points to the Event Data Recorder in Anthony Joshua's Lexus LX570 as the key to uncovering the truth behind the fatal December 2025 crash that killed his friends. Read the full analysis and public reactions here.
Bauchi State Police recover a stolen Toyota Hilux belonging to the Emirate Council and arrest a suspect. New police officers deployed for community policing probation.
Investigation into Anthony Joshua's fatal crash on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway faces hurdles as police refuse to cooperate with safety bureau, withholding crucial vehicle data recorder.
Osun local government staff return to work after an 11-month strike marked by political violence and tragedy. Governor Adeleke urges peace as factions clash over council control. Read the full report.
Minister Heineken Lokpobiri declares 2025 a successful year for Nigeria's oil sector, driven by reforms, new investments, and strengthened local content. Read the full report on the industry's progress and 2026 outlook.
A tragic accident in Benue State on New Year Day claimed the lives of four children after a vehicle plunged into a stream. Several others were injured. Read the full report.
Lagos Police arrest 14 suspected traffic robbers on Lekki-Epe Expressway following motorists' complaints. Crackdown aims to improve security and restore confidence for road users.
Ahmadu Bello University and AMA Pharmaceutical Company announce a strategic collaboration to boost local drug manufacturing and commercialise research, aiming to reduce costs and enhance competitiveness.
LUG West Africa announces major 2026 expansion: over 250 EV charging stations and a local street lighting assembly plant in Lagos, boosting sustainable urban development and job creation.
From 2026, Nigerians will pay a mandatory vehicle recycling fee at registration. The policy aims to generate over N150bn yearly, create jobs, and regulate used car imports. Get all the details.
ATE CEO Onyekachi Izukanne explains how local production and regional sourcing can combat inflation, create skilled jobs for youth, and help SMEs expand across Africa. Discover the strategy.
The Federal Government signs an MoU with China's YJT to localise manufacturing of CNG and EV infrastructure. Deal aims to create jobs, transfer skills, and boost cleaner transport energy adoption in Nigeria.
The FCT Directorate of Road Traffic Services announces a major reform to eliminate touting and racketeering in vehicle registration. Director Abubakar Yeldu reveals plans for a cleaner system by 2026.
Heritage Energy says years of restructuring and investment in OML 30 are now yielding rising production and stronger reserves. The firm prioritized long-term stability over short-term gains.
The Federal Government has trained Nigerian scientists in mRNA technology to boost local malaria vaccine production. This initiative aims to enhance health security and reduce import dependence.
The Federal Government urges Nigerians to buy locally-made new cars, not imported used vehicles. Elizade JAC reveals a 2026 strategy for affordable pricing and warranties to disrupt the auto market.
The Nigerian government announces a mandatory vehicle recycling fee starting 2026 to tackle abandoned cars and formalise the auto recycling sector, projecting over ₦150bn in annual revenue.
Cross River State mandates all commercial vehicles to adopt state-approved colours and security numbers by January 31, 2026. Non-compliance will attract sanctions. The move aims to boost safety and uniformity.